Victims

It is a sad fact that Human Trafficking is a heinous system in operation here in Mississippi today. The Attorney General’s Office is dedicated to pursuing and prosecuting those who engage in the trade of human beings. Previously,Read More→

The creepy kidnapper offering your children “candy” and “special attention” may now be operating from your home computer screen, rather than trolling the neighborhood in a trench coat. Parents should make themselves aware of the signs and signals thatRead More→

As a consumer, you should beware of any unknown caller who creates a sense of urgency or uses high-pressure tactics to “act now.” That caller is probably a scam artist. Be cautious of callers, web ads or mail thatRead More→

This unit provides comprehensive investigation, prosecution, training, and public awareness on crimes involving the use of a computer and the Internet. Through cooperation with The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, the Unit investigates Cyber tips and educatesRead More→

What are some warning signs of an abusive relationship? Domestic abuse is most easily recognized in its physical form. However, many other behaviors can constitute abuse — behaviors that leave no visible marks, but harm the victim emotionally orRead More→

Unfortunately, Mississippi is home to some of the most intense weather events in the country, and we’ve also had our fair share of man-made disasters. Whenever Mississippians are facing impending trouble, we have a number of resources available toRead More→

How do identity thieves obtain your information and what do they do with it? Identity thieves can gain access to your information several different ways. For example: They steal your purse or wallet containing your drivers license, credit cards, and/orRead More→

What the Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights Means for You The Mississippi Constitution was amended in 1998 to provide for the fair treatment of crime victims within this state. Section 26(a) of the Mississippi Constitution states: “Victims of crime,Read More→

The Vulnerable Persons Unit was created by the Attorney General in 2001 in response to the revisions made by the Legislature of the Mississippi Vulnerable Adults Act. The Vulnerable Persons Unit investigates and prosecutes persons who abuse, neglect, orRead More→

The Victim Compensation Program provides financial assistance to innocent victims of violent crime and their eligible family members. The Program assists by reducing the financial burden resulting from a violent crime by reimbursing eligible victims/family members for their crimeRead More→